Distomite

Translation of "distomite" into Russian

Noun

distomite

distomites pl

Diatomite is often used as a filtration aid.

Диатомит часто используется в качестве вспомогательного средства для фильтрации.

Noun

A friable, light-coloured sedimentary rock composed chiefly of the siliceous fossilized remains of diatoms; diatomite.

The drilling core was capped by a thick layer of distomite.

A commercial product made from diatomite rock, used as a filtration aid, absorbent, or filler.

Distomite is widely employed in industrial filters for brewing beer.

Adjective

Consisting of or containing distomite (diatomite).

The distomite layer provided an excellent filtration medium.